10/21/2020
We’re pleased to announce, Dr. Itza Acevedo, is the first female surgeon in Daytona Beach to successfully implant DURYSTA for the treatment of glaucoma. DURYSTA™ (bimatoprost implant) is the First and Only FDA Approved Intracameral Biodegradable Sustained-Release Implant to lower Intraocular Pressure in Open-Angle Glaucoma or Ocular Hypertension.
In Digaetano Cataract Services we are proudly providing our patients with the latest technology in their treatment of eye disease.
About Glaucoma
Glaucoma is one of the most common causes of permanent vision loss and blindness, is characterized by elevated eye pressure causing damege to optic nerve tissue.
Reduction of elevated pressure can be achieved by topical medications (eye drops), laser trabeculoplasty, minimally invasive glaucoma surgery and more invasive surgery. Family history is the most common indication to get your eyes checked by an eye specialist.
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